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Voting on the decriminalisation of cannabis
Political experts weigh in on the referendum.
We wrap up our referendum series tonight with the question on decriminalising small amounts of cannabis. Philipp Richter explains.
Cayman Compass
Support for yes vote on cannabis, but some urge caution
While the referendum debate has been dominated by the cruise berthing question, the two other questions – whether to have a National Lottery and whether possession of cannabis should be decriminalised – have largely slipped under the radar.
While on the surface they are two very different issues, a Yes vote on either of them could have a significant impact on Cayman life, and feelings are running strongly on both sides.
Rather like the cruise berth issue, the question of whether to decriminalise cannabis – the specific referendum question is “Do you support the decriminalisation of the consumption and possession of small amounts of cannabis?” – has been a subject for discussion for many years.
